The cheapest and fastest trains from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$266
Average price
$266
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 53 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL will cost around $266 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $266.
It's difficult to get from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL without transferring at least 2 times.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €170. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 27h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €170, and a train costs an average of €215.
Distance: 689 miles (1109 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€215 Average price | €172 Average price Cheapest |
35h 18m Average total duration 34h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 18m Average total duration Fastest 27h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL trains for today, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:19 PM Boonton, NJ | 34h41 | 10:00 AM Chicago, IL | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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NJ Transit operates all train services from Boonton to Chicago. Omio is the only official third party seller for NJ Transit tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Boonton to Chicago.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL
Trains from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL run on average 8 times per day, taking around 34h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $267 (€215) but you can travel from only $211 (€170) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 23:19, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 689 miles (1109 km) distance in 34h 41m.
Distance 689 miles (1109 km) |
Average train duration 34h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $267 (€215) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 34h 41m |
First train 23:19 |
Last train 23:19 |
Train companies: NJ Transit from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL trainsNJ Transit trains will get you between Boonton, NJ and Chicago, IL from $211 (€170). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boonton, NJ to Chicago, IL
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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